City of Essen

The City of Essen is the centre of the Discovery Area RUHR Art & Creativity, and is located in the heart of the Ruhr Area. As an ideal destination for a short holiday, Essen is one of the top destinations for city breaks in Germany.

The Zollverein World Heritage Site is an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the highlight of the Ruhr Area. What was once the most beautiful and biggest colliery in the world enthrals tourists from around the globe. During a guided tour of Zollverein, visitors learn a great deal about the significance of mining for Germany and Europe. Together with the Ruhr Museum and the Red Dot Design Museum, and the exceptional range of restaurants, visitors to Zollverein experience grandiose elements of a city break in the Ruhr Area.